Cosmo

Hou de Sousa was invited by Times Square Arts and the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum to participate in the 2020 Times Square Valentine Heart Design Competition.

Cosmo is a translucent constellation that showcases artwork made by folks all over the world. The project's undulating steel plate wall defines intimate pockets of space while establishing a firm footprint. Perforated with iconic apertures, these openings frame the visiting public while also providing unique views of the surrounding context. At its core, Cosmo is an agent of love that celebrates society’s full spectrum and strives to narrow the distances between us.